Seeking recommendations for a camera

macrumors newbie

Just thought I'd get some advice from as many people on this problem as possible.

I have recently gotten into film through some film-making friends of mine. Obviously I don't want to continually borrow their equipment for my projects, so I'm looking to buy my own camera. Here's what I'm Looking for:

Moderate price ($600-$800, possibly up to $1000 MSRP if I can find a good deal on a refurbished model)

At least one CCD

Microphone Jack

Firewire output

Not too many bells and whistles

16.9 Widescreen Capability

MiniDV

There are probably a few more things I should look for in a camera, but I don't know too much about them. The highest quality of film I need is for independent film type projects, but I don't want an XL1 or GL1 or some HD camera because I don't know how long I'm going to be doing this. I'll soon be acquiring FCP, so no worries there. Thanks again.

MacRumors attracts a broad audience
of both consumers and professionals interested in
the latest technologies and products. We also boast an active community focused on
purchasing decisions and technical aspects of the iPhone, iPod, iPad, and Mac platforms.